Graduate Student
Mercer University
Dedeepya Pasupuleti is a dedicated researcher specializing in pharmaceutical sciences and analytical chemistry. She is pursuing a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Mercer University, set to graduate in December 2024. She earned an M.S. in Analytical Chemistry from New Mexico State University and a B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Sri Padmavathi Mahila University in India. Her research achievements include first place in the Monroe F. Swilley, Jr. Student Research Award and the Anthony Shumer Scientific Poster Award. Dedeepya's current research focuses on developing a targeted drug delivery system for aspirin using nanoparticles for brain delivery and optimizing bioanalytical methods to evaluate T lymphocyte responses to nanoparticulate vaccines. Professionally, she has served as a Chemist II and Technical Lead at Matheson Tri Gas Inc., and as an Associate Research Scientist at New Mexico State University. She has authored peer-reviewed articles and presented at major conferences like AAPS and Pittcon. Dedeepya holds leadership roles in the AAPS PDPD Community and Toastmasters International and is a member of the American Chemical Society. Committed to community service, she volunteers in medical camps in rural India through Lions Club International. Dedeepya Pasupuleti is motivated to make impactful contributions to the field of pharmaceutical sciences.